luxury holidays - South Pacific

French Polynesia - a legendry part of the world that has inspired great art, literature and poetry, come here and you'll soon find yourself equally captivated.

Known more commonly as Tahiti, the correct name for this area of the South Pacific is French Polynesia, a collection of five Archipelagos consisting of 118 islands covering an area of 1544 square miles which is equal to the mainland of Western and Eastern Europe combined. The most popular visited individual islands are those in the Society Islands, Moorea, Tahiti, Bora Bora, Raiatea and Huahine, with very limited tourist development these islands offer an experience of island living that has changed very little over the centuries that man has been in occupation.

From the sublime comforts of the world-class hotels, visitors are gently encouraged on their South Pacific holiday to explore this natural wonderland, a paradisiacal place of dramatic mountain peaks, powder white sands and reef-protected lagoons. Sunbathing and relaxation are popular here, whilst the outrigger canoes, jeep-excursions, sunset cruises, scuba-diving or even joining in on excursions to feed the reef sharks are all available.

With over 7 hours of daily sunshine and an average temperature of 30° C French Polynesia is an ideal all year round South Pacific destination for your holidays, a magical environment for those looking for romance and seclusion.


top selling holiday hotels for French Polynesia

Bora Bora Lagoon Resort & Spa – a tropical paradise set in one of the most beautiful lagoons in the world.
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Bora Bora Lagoon Resort & Spa is situated on Motu Toopua in the centre of the magnificent lagoon in Bora Bora, part of the Orient Express Hotel chain it is renowned for its service, amenities and understated elegance.

The resort comprises of 77 Polynesian-style bungalows with hard wood floors, pandanau roofing, Tikki statues and airy fabrics, along with exotic extras such as glass-top coffee tables, in the over-water bungalows, for viewing fish in the lagoon. All the bungalows are equipped with: air-Conditioning, Fan Cooling, Telephone, Mini-bar, TV, Hairdryer, Private Bathroom, Shower & Bath.

The two restaurants, Otemanu and Cafe Fare, offer ample choices of excellent food and the Hiro bar features live music nightly. For the ultimate in room service sample delicious Continental breakfast delivered to your bungalow in a Tahitian-style canoe.

The resort features a unique spa, built under a giant banyan tree, with two of the treatment rooms high among the branches, the facilities complemented by a host of treatments that have been practised in the South Pacific for centuries.

Le Meridien Bora Bora – imagine long sun-drenched idle days relaxing under a palm tree beside a pristine lagoon. Imagine the contrast of tropical white sand beaches and azure waters - welcome to Le Meridien Bora Bora. Read more...








Le Meridien Bora Bora is situated away from the centre of Bora Bora and as such offers an even quieter environment from which to enjoy the Island's magical atmosphere. Set on a 10 kilometre stretch of white sandy beach the resort offers 100 bungalows deftly blending French flair and Tahitian style. 15 of the bungalows are positioned around an inner lagoon, set back from the main lagoon beach, with a further 85 over-water bungalows situated either side of the resort's main beach.

All the bungalows are equipped with: Air-Conditioning, Fan Cooling, Telephone, Mini-bar, Refrigerator, cable television, coffee & tea making facilities, Private bathroom, Shower/Bath, personal safe. Non-smoking facilities are also available.

The resort includes a unique turtle sanctuary and an interior lagoon and is one of only two properties in Bora Bora to offer discount on the second room for families and proposes activities dedicated to the children.

Situated by the side of the inner lagoon, the resorts restaurant offers a wide range of international and local cuisine to suit all tastes.

Activities include: Sunset cruise, Tahitian Feast, Dance Show, 4WD Safari, Helicopter tour, Horse riding, Volleyball, Hiking, Cultural Activities as well as the more traditional water sports


Sheraton Hotel - Tahiti - the Starwood’s Sheraton Hotel captures the essence of French Polynesia.
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The Sheraton Hotel is situated within easy walking distance of downtown Papeete, it has an idyllic ocean front location providing panoramic views of Papeete Harbor and the island of Moorea.

The décor in the 200 sound proofed rooms reflects a Tahitian design with the use of exotic woods from around the world; they are all air conditioned with direct dial telephones, refrigerators, in room safe, coffee maker and private balcony. All rooms overlook the lagoon; some overlook the gardens as well, and others have a view over the ocean and the island of Moorea.

In addition to the hotels two lounges, the over-water restaurant is a standout feature providing local and continental cuisine and stunning panoramic views of the island of Moorea.
There are numerous activities available to guests including the Mandara Spa and the fitness centre and a swimming pool as well as a full complement of water sports available for the energetic.


Le Meridien – Tahiti - located on the beach and set in five acres of lush tropical gardens Le Meridien affords a stunning ocean view.
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Combining a charm and ambiance unique to Polynesia, the dramatic architecture and design that is a Le Meridien hallmark creates a stunning resort.

This 150 room deluxe hotel is one of Tahiti’s most popular resorts, located on the beach and set in five acres of lush tropical gardens the hotel is built in a horseshoe shape affording all rooms above ground floor level an ocean view. The three-story building surrounds one of the largest and best-landscaped swimming pools to be found in French Polynesia.
There are two main categories of room; Lagoon view rooms and over-water bungalows, all the rooms offer air conditioning, mini bars, tea/coffee making facilities, IDD telephone and satellite TVs.

There are two restaurants providing a mix of French and Polynesian flavours, including a gourmet restaurant facing the lagoon, the two bars provide a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy cocktails before diner.Various watersports and activities are available or you can simply relax by the pool.

 

Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa - the Pearl Resort is reasonably priced and offers very good value for money with no compromise on quality or service.
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Opened in June 2002, the Pearl Resort is the island's newest four star hotel, the 95 guest accommodation units can cater for all requirements offering, garden rooms, family rooms, garden bungalows, garden pool bungalows, beach bungalows, deluxe beach bungalows, over-water bungalows and premium over-water bungalows.

The resort is located on the beach on the island's north coast, the gardens are well maintained and provide pleasant surroundings from which to enjoy your stay on Moorea. The resort facilities include a swimming pool, dive centre, restaurant, bar and boutique. As well as its own facilities, the resort is close to a number of restaurants and shops.

There is a wide range of leisure and sporting activities to enjoy (most with a local charge) snorkelling, canoeing and kayaking, shark and ray feeding, Jet Ski tours and four wheel drive safaris to name just a few.

 

Cruising the islands – follow the lead of Fletcher Christian, Captain Cook and France’s Louis- Antoine de Bougainville discover these beautifully romantic islands by boat.
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Discover the essence of romanticism and exoticism with a six-night and seven-day personalized voyage through French Polynesia’s Leeward Islands, onboard the Bora Bora Cruises luxury yachts. Enjoy a new style of cruising, outside the usual tourist clichés, where the senses are indulged with colour, emotion and pleasure.

Cruise around the Society Islands aboard the Wind Song, one of the Windstar Cruises modern sailing ships, this is as close to the experience that the eighteen-century explores had when they discovered and explored these islands that modern day travellers will get.

If you would like to experience the islands the way the men on the Bounty did, feel the ship rise and fall with the swell of the sea, hear the sails singing in the wind and feel the salt spray in the air. Then a cruise aboard one of Archipels cruise’s sailing boats will be the ideal choice for you.

What ever your preference of nautical experience Time and Place Luxury Holidays offers a range of cruises from the standard accommodation of a catamaran to luxurious cruise ships offering first class stateroom accommodation.




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Currency: French Pacific Franc
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Approx flying Time: 22 hours
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Time difference: GMT -10 hours